A NEW block of flats will be built in Bridgwater – despite councillors saying it will look like “a prison”.

A FURTHER six people have died in Somerset after contracting the Covid-19 virus in the latest 24-hour period.

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THERE were more than 200 positive Covid-19 tests in Somerset in the latest 24-hour figures just announced.

A SOMERSET couple are having to pay a 'small fortune' for medicinal cannabis for their epileptic daughter as the treatment is unavailable on the NHS.

THE family of a former Somerset police officer say they have been ‘inundated’ with tributes and messages of support after he died from a brain tumour on Boxing Day.

THIS amazing video show a daring Somerset paraglider floating precariously over picturesque rolling sand dunes.

A NEW section of the River Parrett is to be dredged for Somerset Rivers Authority to reduce flood risks to local people, properties, roads and land.

AN Old Master drawing discovered on the wall of a Somerset bungalow has sold for £16,000.

GRANTS of up to £2,500 are available for smaller charities and grassroots groups from The Somerset Fund.

THE latest Government figures show there were six Covid-19 related deaths in Somerset in 24 hours.

TOPS Day Nurseries provides the early years care and education for your hospital staff children, and we want you to know that while we remain open to all children, we are having to close room after room as staff test positive (often with no sympto...

Children’s Minister Vicky Ford said she would be “urgently” look into the matter.

In a statement, chief executive of Sainsbury's, Simon Roberts asked customers to play their part.

Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi has raised concerns of people not sticking to the coronavirus rules in supermarkets.

THE family of murdered Somerset man Mikhail Hanid say they wish his killers "no ill will".

THERE were more than 200 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Somerset in the latest 24-hour figures released this evening.

THE leader of a council branded "cowboys" by an MP has written to the Prime Minister to deny accusations of diverting Government Covid funds to "balance the books".

AVON and Somerset Police have revealed the sites across the force area where mobile speed cameras will be sited this week starting today (Monday).

A MAJOR Somerset venue is set to become a mass Covid-19 vaccination centre by the end of this month.

CHEF Jaimie Haselock is calling on people to join him in dishing up "hugs on a plate" to support vulnerable people in the Taunton area during lockdown.

POLICE and coastguards in a Somerset town were called out in the middle of the night - by a spider!

THE family of a 92-year-old Somerset woman have complained that she has no idea when she is likely to get the Covid-19 vaccine - despite the the Prime Minister's father receiving his second shot.

A FURTHER two Covid-19 related deaths were recorded in Somerset over the weekend.

THERE were nearly 500 positive coronavirus tests recorded in Somerset over the last few days.

SENIOR ministers have discussed the prospect of introducing tighter lockdown controls in an effort to improve compliance with the current rules, according to reports.

AS HPC is slowly being built, all the recent evidence from analysts and academics is that the business markets have already moved away from nuclear.

Professor Whitty delivers a stark warning saying “As a doctor, I’m trained to tell people pretty straight what I think’s going to happen."

The bank has said that criminal fraudsters have been using the latest lockdown restrictions and vaccine rollout to exploit people for personal gain.

RESIDENTS in Bridgwater have been left feeling concerned after a flyer which disputes the validity of Covid-19 testing.

A COUPLE have been banned from keeping animals for seven years, after they left their pets to suffer from untreated eye and dental problems.

SLIGHTLY warmer weather is headed for Somerset this week, with temperatures reaching up to 9 °C.

POLICE issued seven fixed penalty notices after people travelled from Bristol to Cheddar gorge to "sit and eat kebabs".

A LEISURE centre operator with five sites in Taunton and Wellington, has released a series of top home exercises to keep people active during lockdown.

HERE are the roadworks that will be in place in Somerset next week:

SQUIBBS & Son was a well-known furniture maker in Bridgwater at the turn of the century.

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Emergency vet service, Vets Now, has seen a rise in cold weather-related cases in its animal hospital and clinics.

A total of 200 winning eggs will be hidden randomly in local newsagents and corner shops across the UK.

Lidl and Aldi have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, January 10, 2021.

SOMERSET'S drivers are being advised to keep their vehicles serviced and MOT'd during the third national Covid-19 lockdown.

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STAFF and residents at a Somerset care home are receiving their coronavirus vaccinations this week.

A HORSE stuck in a deep water filled ditch was rescued by fire crews this afternoon (January 9).

POLICE are urging people to call 999 if they see wanted man Joshua Neale.

RECENT cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Courts include:

THE Government has announced extra support for rough sleepers which includes councils being asked to make sure they register with GP surgeries.

SOMERSET is famed for it's countryside but it also has some gorgeous beaches.

IF you are popping out for a walk this weekend wrap up warm and take care on the roads as there is a risk of ice in Somerset.

A FURTHER 378 positive Covid-19 tests were recorded in Somerset in the latest daily figures.